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Mazda Tribute vs. Kia Forte Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mazda Tribute vs. Kia Forte Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $22,970

Mazda Tribute s   
Difference: $2,420

Lowest Total Invoice: $21,490

Mazda Tribute s   
Difference: $2,402

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelTributeForte
TrimsSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $21,925 $23,800
Base Invoice $20,524 $22,422
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 200  
Cargo net 50 50
Cargo mat 70 95
Universal garage door opener 75 350
Rear bumper protector   75
Floor mats   125
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 160  
Cargo net 40 42
Cargo mat 56 78
Universal garage door opener 60 291
Rear bumper protector   62
Floor mats   102
Options (change) 395 695
Options (change) 316 575
Destination 650 895
Total Price $22,970 $25,390
Total Invoice $21,490 $23,892

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Tribute vs. Kia Forte

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Forte SX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,335
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,131
Model Year20082018
ModelTributeForte
TrimsSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine200hp V6201hp I4
TransmissionA4S7
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG25/30 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 4?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/70-16225/40-18
Total Price$22,970$25,390
Adjustments for Features0-3,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,970$21,635
Total Invoice$21,490$23,892
Adjustments for Features0-3,533
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,490$20,359

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Features Comparison: Mazda Tribute vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082018
ModelTributeForte
TrimsSX
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
4-speed automatic$800 
7-speed automated manual $1200
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Proximity key $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes $150
911 assist $25
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
USB port $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated front seats $200
Leather seating surfaces $900
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Metal pedals $75
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$1,520$5,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,755
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,533

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Tribute vs. Kia Forte

Model Year20082018
ModelTributeForte
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase103.1 in106.3 in
Length174.9 in171.3 in
Width71.1 in70.1 in
Height68.0 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,358 lb.3,031 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.6 in56.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.4 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom39.2 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.9 in54.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room49.1 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in35.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.2 ft323.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
66.2 ft356.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Kia Forte SX

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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